İstinyeli is a Leader
An İstinyeli knows that those who lead society are leaders. They are fully aware that leaders shape companies, non-governmental organizations, sports clubs, universities, social and political life—in short, the future of society.
They understand that leadership begins, takes shape, and develops during one’s educational life. To become a leader, an İstinyeli constantly seeks self-discovery, organizes events both within the university and in social life, and takes the lead in them.
An İstinyeli tirelessly and persistently works to develop the leadership quality embedded in their character. They also know that a good leader must be an effective speaker and continuously strive to improve their communication skills.

İstinyeli Works with Team Spirit
An İstinyeli runs toward success as part of a greater whole rather than as an individual. They set aside their ego and embrace the idea that strength comes from unity.
Every individual who acts with team spirit knows that creativity, effort, and productivity must be organized toward a common purpose and contributes to this process.
An İstinyeli understands that making the world a better place is only possible through a strong team spirit and effective organization.
İstinyeli is Competitive
An İstinyeli competes with the best in every field—whenever possible—to improve themselves. They believe competition operates intensely on regional, national, and global levels.
They recognize that contributing to themselves and society requires adapting to the conditions of competition.
They embrace the principle that true competitiveness depends on believing in science, researching, working hard, and never giving up.
An İstinyeli’s ultimate goal is to meet all the requirements of global competitiveness.
İstinyeli Thinks Rationally and Strategically
When faced with challenges, an İstinyeli uses reason. They don’t make decisions by seeing only one step ahead; instead, they analyze situations from multiple perspectives, gather data, consider the medium and long term, and make well-planned decisions.
İstinyeli Values Knowledge
An İstinyeli knows that it is impossible to exist in today’s world without following the scientific path.
They understand that power lies not only in possessing knowledge but also in producing new knowledge.
Before making any decision, they gather the necessary information to make the right one and know how to access and interpret that information effectively.
İstinyeli Lives by Universal Ethical Values
An İstinyeli internalizes the moral values of their own culture while acknowledging the existence of different moral frameworks around the world.
They are aware of universally accepted ethical principles and strive to live in accordance with them.

İstinyeli is Hardworking
An İstinyeli knows that one cannot consume without producing, and one cannot earn without working.
They have a disciplined work ethic, avoid wasting time, and work in a planned and consistent way to achieve their goals.
İstinyeli is Responsible to Society
An İstinyeli never turns a blind eye to others’ suffering. They don’t say, “After me, the flood.”
They avoid actions that may harm the environment and take initiative to prevent others from doing so.
İstinyeli is Athletic
Unlike the traditional view that sees sports merely as a pastime or entertainment, an İstinyeli knows that “sports are more than just sports.”
They understand that physical activity is the key to a long, healthy, and productive life.
Sports, for an İstinyeli, develop social skills, teamwork, creativity, entrepreneurship, risk-taking, resilience, and self-confidence, helping them become energetic, balanced, and courageous individuals.
Being an İstinyeli is a Culture
An İstinyeli deeply understands the components of culture and takes joy in living and spreading its finest examples in daily life.
They question values imposed by others, adopt what is beneficial, and replace the rest with their own cultural principles.
Their sense of aesthetics is highly developed, and they serve as an example to society in this regard.
Each day, they take delight in discovering a little more about themselves.